Oct. 18: Pre-Game: Game 6 buzz

The Mets are talking about a Game 7, which considering the circumstances is better than talking about the offseason. As of now, it appears Willie Randolph will go with lefty Oliver Perez over Darren Oliver. Here are the Mets’ Game 7 options.

Note Steve Trachsel isn’t on their radar, and it doesn’t have anything to do with his bruised right thigh. Trachsel won 15 games for them, it’s his turn, he has the rest. Still, he’s not in their plans. Tells you all you need to know about their offseason plans, too.